Paullinia prevostiana - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Sapindales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
prevostiana
ID:
750633
Status:
valid
Authors:
Acev.-Rodr.
Source:
ksu
Year:
2011
Citation Micro:
PhytoKeys 7: 18 (2011)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000749966
Common Names
- Paullinia Prevostiana
- Prevostiana Paullinia
- Prevostiana Paullinia
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Paullinia prevostiana (also called Prevost's paullinia, among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant native to South America. It has a basal rosette of leaves and a tall flowering stem that can reach up to 60 cm in height. It is found in open woodlands, grasslands, and chaparral habitats.
Uses & Benefits
Paullinia prevostiana is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a houseplant. It is also used to create bonsai trees.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flowers of Paullinia prevostiana are white or pinkish-white, with a yellow center. The seeds are small, round, and black. The seedlings are small and delicate, with a single pair of leaves.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Paullinia prevostiana is a semi-hardy perennial that can be grown in full sun or partial shade. It can be propagated by division or from seed. Division should be done in the spring or summer, while seeds should be sown in the fall. It prefers a well-drained soil and should be watered regularly.
Where to Find Paullinia prevostiana
Paullinia prevostiana can be found in the Caribbean Islands, from Cuba to Jamaica.
Paullinia prevostiana FAQ
What is the scientific name of Paullinia prevostiana?
Paullinia prevostiana
What is the common name of Paullinia prevostiana?
Prevost's Paullinia
What is the family of Paullinia prevostiana?
Sapindaceae
Species in the Paullinia genus
Paullinia carrenoi, Paullinia capreolata, Paullinia cauliflora, Paullinia chocoensis, Paullinia cirrhipes, Paullinia bracteosa, Paullinia brenesii, Paullinia caloptera, Paullinia capitata, Paullinia clavigera, Paullinia cururu, Paullinia connaracea, Paullinia coriacea, Paullinia cupana, Paullinia costaricensis, Paullinia costata, Paullinia bipinnata, Paullinia barbadensis, Paullinia bicorniculata, Paullinia alata, Paullinia alsmithii, Paullinia anisoptera, Paullinia apoda, Paullinia leiocarpa, Paullinia macrophylla, Paullinia livescens, Paullinia ingifolia, Paullinia densiflora, Paullinia integra, Paullinia jamaicensis, Paullinia manarae, Paullinia micrantha, Paullinia medullosa, Paullinia meliifolia, Paullinia imberbis, Paullinia filicifolia, Paullinia fimbriata, Paullinia echinata, Paullinia elliptica, Paullinia emetica, Paullinia granatensis, Paullinia grandifolia, Paullinia hispida, Paullinia guaviarensis, Paullinia fuscescens, Paullinia fraxinifolia, Paullinia glomerulosa, Paullinia fusiformis, Paullinia serjaniifolia, Paullinia spicata,
Species in the Sapindaceae family
References
Pedro Acevedo-Rodríguez (b.1954): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Acev.-Rodr.' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:77115895-1: Based on the initial data import